Other Worlds India
- January 20, 2017
- SharF Co.
Get on Steam"Other Worlds: India" is a first-person exploration game that takes players on a journey through various landscapes and environments inspired by Indian culture and mythology. The game features intricate puzzles, stunning visuals, and a captivating narrative that delves into the mysteries of ancient India. Players must navigate through dense forests, grand palaces, and mystical caves to uncover the truth behind a long-forgotten legend.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has nice graphics and a pleasant soundtrack.
- It's a good option for achievement hunters, as many achievements unlock easily.
- Some players found it surprisingly enjoyable despite its flaws.
- The gameplay is poorly designed, with clunky controls and one-hit kill enemies.
- There are no checkpoints, leading to frustrating resets after dying.
- The game lacks basic features like customizable controls and proper audio settings.
- graphics8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are described as a mix of charming retro pixel art and simplistic 2D visuals, which some players find appealing while others criticize for being outdated and lacking depth. Although there are options to adjust resolution, they do not significantly enhance the overall quality, leaving many gamers disappointed with the limited graphical improvements available. Overall, while some appreciate the art style, the graphics are often seen as lackluster and not enough to elevate the gaming experience.
“Nice graphics though.”
“+pretty nice graphics for $1”
“Settings are limited and keybinds are literally sh*t but the game graphics are kinda cool.”
“A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
“While there are options to change the resolution for the game, all this does is scale up the simplistic 2D art assets used to make the game, which makes little or no difference to the graphics quality.”
“Without any other substantial graphics tweaks, it's not possible for gamers to improve the lackluster 2D visuals.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 71 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been widely criticized for its poor mechanics, clunky controls, and lack of checkpoints, leading to a frustrating experience where players often face one-shot enemies. Many reviewers feel that the developers prioritized quick achievement unlocks over creating a solid gameplay experience, resulting in an overall negative impression.
“Bad gameplay, bad mechanics; there's not really much that can salvage that.”
“The developers put gameplay as a secondary priority over quick achievement unlocks.”
“Cheap one-shot enemies guaranteed to make you hate yourself in the first minute of gameplay.”
- music7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its pleasant and enjoyable quality, often highlighting it as a standout feature. However, some users express frustration over the lack of audio controls, making it difficult to manage the soundtrack during gameplay. Overall, while the music adds charm to the experience, technical issues detract from its enjoyment.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“A fun little side scroller with decent music.”
“Music is awesome, nice reason to buy this game for 1 euro.”
“Bewilderingly, the game doesn't include proper audio controls, so you can't turn off the annoying background music; you'll need to alt+tab out and stop the music using the Windows sound mixer.”
“While the game has an adorable art style and a rather pleasant, albeit annoying, soundtrack, the lack of save spots, irritating enemies that can one-shot you, plus the clunky control scheme make this game something I cannot recommend.”
- story3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's story is characterized by its intricate narrative and moral themes, emphasizing resilience and the unpredictability of life. However, some players feel that the lack of a tutorial and poor controls detract from the overall experience, making it difficult to fully engage with the story.
“The intricate storytelling, replete with enigmatic characters, subplots, and moral dilemmas, invites the player to not merely partake in a game but to engage in a profound odyssey of the mind and spirit.”
“The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“You die from one hit, controls are horrible and there's no tutorial or story.”
“The story is disjointed and fails to engage the player, leaving many plot points unresolved.”
“The characters lack depth and development, making it hard to care about their journeys.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy is criticized as a cash grab, offering little value to gamers and primarily focusing on generating profit rather than enhancing the gaming experience.
“There's nothing of any real value for gamers here; it's just a cash grab to make a few rubles.”
“The monetization strategy feels exploitative, prioritizing profit over player experience.”
“I feel like I'm being nickel-and-dimed at every turn, with essential features locked behind paywalls.”
